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Kuwait : The Ministry of Electricity, Water and Renewable Energy in Kuwait announced that two power and water distillation plants were targeted by a malicious Iranian drone attack on Sunday early morning. The attack resulted in significant material damage and the shutdown of two power generating units, but no reported casualties, the Ministry Spokesperson Fatima Jawhar Hayat said in a press release. Technical teams have immediately put in place the emergency plans, in coordination with relevant authorities, to ensure the safety and stability of the electricity and water supplies, given their status as a top priority. She affirmed that all…

Manama : The General Command of the Bahrain Defence Force announced that through the unwavering vigilance of its personnel, the BDF’s air defence systems continue to successfully counter successive waves of the hostile terrorist Iranian aggression.  Since the onset of hostilities, air defences have intercepted and destroyed 188 ballistic missiles and 453 drones targeting the Kingdom of Bahrain. The General Command expressed its pride in the exceptional combat readiness and vigilance demonstrated by BDF personnel, and commended their sustained operational effectiveness in defending the Kingdom. The performance of Bahrain’s forces continues to inspire confidence that the Kingdom’s skies remain secure.…

Manama : Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Chairman of the National Human Rights Committee, said that promoting the values of human conscience and a culture of peace represents a firmly established approach in Bahrain’s diplomacy, under the leadership of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and the directives of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister. The Minister expressed appreciation for the United Nations’ observance of the International Day of Conscience, marked annually on April 5, following an initiative by the Kingdom of Bahrain. He…

Manama : On behalf of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, His Highness Shaikh Isa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Minister of the Prime Minister’s Court and Chairman of the High Committee of the Rashid Equestrian and Horseracing Club (REHC), attended the closing racing evening of HM the King’s Cup Festival, held over two days, April 2–3, at the REHC racecourse in Al Raffa, Sakhir. The final day featured competitive races, with elite horses competing for HM the King’s Cups for Arabian, imported, and Bahraini bred horses, alongside other trophies within the season’s premier equestrian event. On…

Doha : His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Amir of the State of Qatar, met with Giorgia Meloni, Prime Minister of the Italian Republic, at Lusail Palace. The meeting reviewed regional and international developments and their implications, particularly ongoing tensions in the Middle East and their impact on global energy security and supply chains. His Highness the Amir expressed appreciation for the Italian Republic’s positions and highlighted the strong relations between the two countries, while Prime Minister Meloni emphasised her country’s keenness to continue coordination and consultation with Qatar on issues of mutual interest. The two sides underscored…

Manama : The Royal Humanitarian Foundation (RHF) issued its 2025 annual report, outlining its programmes and achievements in humanitarian work, orphan and widow care, and community empowerment across the Kingdom of Bahrain. Ibrahim Delhan Al Doseri, Acting Assistant Secretary-General of RHF, said the outcomes reflect the support of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Honorary President of the Foundation, and the continued support of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister. He also highlighted the guidance of His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Representative of His Majesty the…

Abu Dhabi : The Ministry of Defence of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced that air defence systems intercepted 23 ballistic missiles and 56 unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) launched from Iran. Since the start of the Iranian attacks, UAE air defences have intercepted 498 ballistic missiles, 23 cruise missiles, and 2,141 UAVs.

Geneva : Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organisation (WHO), deplored attacks targeting water desalination facilities in the State of Kuwait, warning of potential consequences for public health and essential services. Ghebreyesus noted that two desalination facilities were affected, including the West Doha Power Generation and Desalination Plant, where an incident on March 29 resulted in one fatality and damage to infrastructure. He indicated that water services have remained uninterrupted despite the incidents, highlighting the resilience of essential services. The WHO Director-General stressed the importance of desalination facilities in ensuring access to water and supporting health systems in…

Cairo : Fawzia bint Abdullah Zainal, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Bahrain to the Arab Republic of Egypt and Permanent Representative to the League of Arab States, chaired an extraordinary session of the Council of the League of Arab States at the level of Permanent Representatives. The meeting was convened under Bahrain’s chairmanship of the 165th session of the Council to address the Israeli violations in Jerusalem and to discuss the implications of the Israeli Knesset’s approval of legislation concerning the execution of Palestinian prisoners. In her remarks, Ambassador Zainal stressed that the meeting comes at a critical time for…

Manama : His Highness Shaikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, His Majesty’s Representative for Humanitarian Works and Youth Affairs and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Humanitarian Foundation (RHF), highlighted that the Foundation has carried out its humanitarian mission for 25 years, reflecting the vision and directives of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, Honorary President of the Foundation. On the occasion of Arab Orphan Day, observed on the first Friday of April, His Highness highlighted the comprehensive care provided to orphans in the Kingdom of Bahrain, noting efforts to empower them and prepare them…